Denial and Challenge Netizens Regarding the Video of Animal Abuse, Robby Purba Finally Uploads Apology Video

Kapanlagi.com - Written by: Siska Dewanti

Following the misunderstanding that occurred due to the viral case of animal abuse, Robby Purba was demanded by netizens to clarify and apologize. Not only was he bombarded by netizens, but actress Nikita Mirzani and businessman John LBF also gave their responses to this incident.

Although he initially denied and believed he was in the right, Robby Purba finally uploaded his clarification video. In the clarification video uploaded on Sunday (09/06/24) through his personal Instagram, Robby apologized with a remorseful expression.

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1. Actual Chronology

CCTV shows a dog attacking a cat (instagram.com/nathasatwanusantara)

A security guard allegedly assaulted a dog in front of Plaza Indonesia. The incident was known from the uploaded video by Robby Purba and he condemned the violence against the animal. Infuriated by the dog's assault, netizens finally demanded that the Mall investigate this case.

In response to the netizens' outcry, Plaza Indonesia finally responded and clarified the situation. In the clarification uploaded through their social media, Plaza Indonesia apologized and promised further investigation.

Plaza Indonesia took decisive action by firing the security guard and terminating their cooperation with the K9 security vendor. The security guard also appeared to clarify the case. With a very remorseful expression, he revealed that he was forced to hit the dog because it had injured a cat.

Shortly after the security guard's clarification, CCTV footage of the dog's assault circulated. The video showed that the security guard's clarification was indeed true. He was forced to hit the dog because it attacked a cat.

Like a boomerang, netizens who were initially supportive of Robby Purba's opinion eventually turned against him. Netizens deeply regretted the actions of the 37-year-old TV presenter because he was not careful in using social media.

2. Denial and Challenge to Netizens

Robby Purba responds to netizens' criticisms (x.com/demit_is_back)

The intense criticism launched by netizens against Robby Purba for viralizing a video of a dog being beaten prompted Robby Purba to speak out through his Instagram story. In his post, he did not immediately apologize for the mistake he had made.

Robby instead denied the accusations and challenged netizens not to delete the criticisms that had been made because he was confident that he was on the right side.

"Since yesterday, promise me not to delete the comments, so that later friends will feel a little regret. Stay calm, stay chill, especially now that the police have intervened. If I'm wrong, why would I be smiling when the police intervene," Robby Purba said in his Instagram story.

3. Nikita Mirzani and John LBF Respond

Nikita Mirzani's response in the caption of her Instagram (instagram.com/nikitamirzanimawardi_172)

This viral incident was also responded to by Nikita Mirzani through a post on her Instagram account. In the caption of her post, Nikita mentioned the parties responsible for this incident.

Not only responded by Nikita Mirzani, businessman John LBF also spoke up and deeply regretted Robby's actions, a public figure who was not careful.

"As a public figure, using fingers and thumbs without caution. Posting and viralizing. It is true that there is an alleged incident of violence against animals, but why should it be posted and viralized like that. Now human fate is threatened with losing jobs, that is their source of livelihood, Nasarius," said John LBF through his personal TikTok account.

4. Current Condition of the Beaten Dog

Examination of a dog that was hit by a security guard (Tiktik.com/plazaindoneisa)

Responsible for the case of the assault on a dog named Fey by Plaza Indonesia security, they facilitated a comprehensive examination with a veterinarian to ensure Fey's condition is healthy.

"After conducting a thorough examination, no bruises, bumps, bleeding, or the like were found. And Fey's response is still good, alert, and vigilant. There is no bleeding, bruising, or the like in the eye area. The mouth area is the same, the ear area is also good. Then the response of its movements is still very good, very alert. So I conclude that Fey is still in a healthy condition," explained Dr. Caesar after conducting a thorough examination.

5. Video Clarification by Robby Purba

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